2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Magnett would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 383 kg more than 1961 MG Magnett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Viper | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
